For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 875 students in 28303, NC.
The top-ranked public preschools in 28303, NC are Ponderosa Elementary School and Benjamin J Martin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 28303 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 28303, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28303, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ponderosa Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
311 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0148
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0148
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
430 N Reilly Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-4843
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-4843
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
28303, North Carolina 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1429 Skibo Rd
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 28303, NC?
The top-ranked public preschools in 28303, NC include Ponderosa Elementary School and Benjamin J Martin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 28303?
2 public preschools are located in 28303.
What is the racial composition of students in 28303?
28303 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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